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Time of India
5 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Bengaluru is another Gurugram: Biocon's Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw after Suhel Seth's viral ‘Gurgaon a shame on India' remark
Synopsis Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw criticized the governments for neglecting basic amenities in wealthy Indian cities like Bengaluru and Gurugram, echoing Suhel Seth's condemnation of Gurugram's urban planning. She highlighted the exploitation of these cities, where infrastructure development lags behind economic growth, leading to issues like flooding and inadequate public services. Users online agreed, pointing out the lack of urban planning.
Glasgow Times
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
John Shaw's Scottish art gifted to Renfrewshire collection
A total of 16 paintings have been gifted to the collection by philanthropist Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw in memory of her late husband John Shaw. Mr Shaw, who grew up in Glasgow and enjoyed a long career with thread manufacturer Coats Viyella, was a lifelong collector of Scottish art. A portrait of John Shaw (Image: Supplied) The works, drawn from his personal collection, have been donated to Paisley Museum as a tribute to his connection with the town and its industrial heritage. Dr Victoria Irvine, curator of art at OneRen, said: "We're incredibly grateful for this wonderful donation. Read more: 'Very serious offences': Serial rapist who attacked teenage girl and woman jailed "John Shaw certainly had a good eye and his collection represents many prestigious Scottish painters. "This acquisition will help us tell the story of Scottish art in the years ahead." The collection features pieces by some of Scotland's most celebrated artists, including Henry Raeburn and James Paterson of the Glasgow Boys. Ms Mazumdar-Shaw, chairperson of Biocon Limited and one of India's leading philanthropists, said: "John was a proud Scot and his career at Coats was foundational in shaping his life. "Wherever in the world he went, his collection of Scottish art allowed him to carry a part of his homeland with him. "I hope these works will now bring that same sense of connection and inspiration to those who visit the Paisley Museum." Most of the paintings date from the late 1800s, with the earliest from the late 1700s and the most recent from the late 20th century. The works will be available for public viewings and housed in Paisley's Secret Collection, the UK's only high street-accessible museum store, until Paisley Museum reopens. Councillor Lisa-Marie Hughes, chair of OneRen and Renfrewshire Council's spokesperson on culture, said: "We are incredibly grateful to Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw for this generous donation. "John Shaw was part of Paisley's past industrial success, and now he will be very much embedded in its future cultural regeneration. "We're sure that our magnificent museum will be something of which he and his family can be truly proud and we're delighted to be able to associate ourselves with the Mazumdar-Shaw family.'
The National
08-07-2025
- Business
- The National
Billionaire donates 16 paintings to Paisley Museum for late husband
A total of 16 paintings have been gifted to the collection by billionaire philanthropist Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw in memory of her late husband John Shaw. Shaw, who grew up in Glasgow and enjoyed a long career with thread manufacturer Coats Viyella, was a lifelong collector of Scottish art. A portrait of John Shaw (Image: Supplied) The works, drawn from his personal collection, have been donated to Paisley Museum as a tribute to his connection with the town and its industrial heritage. Dr Victoria Irvine, curator of art at OneRen, said: "We're incredibly grateful for this wonderful donation. "John Shaw certainly had a good eye and his collection represents many prestigious Scottish painters. "This acquisition will help us tell the story of Scottish art in the years ahead." The collection features pieces by some of Scotland's most celebrated artists, including Henry Raeburn and James Paterson of the Glasgow Boys. Mazumdar-Shaw, founder and chair of Biocon Limited and one of India's leading philanthropists, said: "John was a proud Scot and his career at Coats was foundational in shaping his life. "Wherever in the world he went, his collection of Scottish art allowed him to carry a part of his homeland with him. "I hope these works will now bring that same sense of connection and inspiration to those who visit the Paisley Museum." Most of the paintings date from the late 1800s, with the earliest from the late 1700s and the most recent from the late 20th century. The works will be available for public viewings and housed in Paisley's Secret Collection, the UK's only high street-accessible museum store, until Paisley Museum reopens. Councillor Lisa-Marie Hughes, chair of OneRen and Renfrewshire Council's spokesperson on culture, said: "We are incredibly grateful to Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw for this generous donation. "John Shaw was part of Paisley's past industrial success, and now he will be very much embedded in its future cultural regeneration. "We're sure that our magnificent museum will be something of which he and his family can be truly proud and we're delighted to be able to associate ourselves with the Mazumdar-Shaw family.'
NDTV
07-07-2025
- Health
- NDTV
'No Covid Vaccine-Heart Attacks Link': Medical Report Junks Siddaramaiah Claim
Bengaluru: An expert committee set up by the Karnataka government said it did not find any link between premature cardiovascular disease and a prior history of COVID-19 infection or vaccination. The committee - set up to assess public health challenges posed by the recent increase in sudden cardiovascular events, especially among young adults - said it conducted an observational study at Bengaluru's Jayadeva Hospital, and concluded "there is no single cause". Traditionally-associated risk factors, such as smoking, diabetes, and hypertension, continue to remain prevalent amongst a majority of patients with sudden cardiac events, the study said. It acknowledged "an increase in incidences of sudden cardiovascular events" immediately after Covid, but attributed it to "pro-inflammatory state" that could not be viewed as continuing past 12 months. Overall, the current data, the committee said, "... does not support the belief Covid, or 'long Covid' is responsible for the rise in sudden cardiovascular events among the young'. The committee also pointed out studies published in other parts of the world also failed to find any causal link between the Covid vaccine and sudden cardiovascular deaths, and noted that the vaccines had, in fact, been shown to be protective against cardiac events in the long-term. Siddaramaiah vs Kiran Shaw On Vaccines The report comes amid a row over Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's statement linking Covid vaccines to more than 20 deaths - from sudden cardiac events - in the state's Hassan district. In a social media post the embattled Congress veteran - who spent last week battling a power grab from his deputy, DK Shivakumar - claimed (with no medical proof) "... the hasty approval and distribution of the Covid vaccine to the public could also be a reason for these deaths..." Karnataka Chief MInister Siddaramaiah and Biocon boss Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw (File). "... several studies worldwide have recently indicated that Covid vaccines could be a cause for the increasing number of heart attacks," the Chief Minister declared. The comment led to a row as Biocon chief Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw pushed back. Ms Shaw described Mr Siddaramaiah's remarks as "factually incorrect" and warned that it could spread misinformation. She pointed out the vaccines had been "approved under the Emergency Use Authorisation framework" that follows "rigorous protocols aligned with global standards..." READ | Biocon Chief Counters Siddaramaiah's Covid Vaccine-Heart Attack Claim "These vaccines have saved millions of lives and, like all vaccines, may cause side effects in a very small number of individuals. It is important to acknowledge the science and data-driven processes behind their development, rather than engage in retrospective blame," she said. The federal government also chipped in; the Health Ministry said studies by the Indian Council of Medical Research and National Centre for Disease Control had not identified any significant change, compared to previous years, in patterns in deaths due to sudden cardiac events. Dr Manoj Murhekar, Director of the ICMR's National Institute of Epidemiology, ruled out vaccines completely, saying, "We have conducted studies across 50 hospitals... about 800 cases were we found vaccination is not associated with sudden deaths." Undeterred by the rebuttals, last week the Chief Minister doubled down on his claim. "Scientific caution is not anti-science. Many peer-reviewed studies... have discussed myocarditis and cardiac arrest risk, particularly among young adults post-vaccination. Publicly-funded stakeholders must acknowledge both the benefits and the potential risks without fear or favour," he said.
News18
07-07-2025
- Health
- News18
If Vaccines Hadn't Saved Us From Covid-19, We Wouldn't Be Here To Question Heart Attacks
Last Updated: There is no conclusive proof that Covid vaccines directly caused a spike in heart attacks but we can't ignore that Covid-19 itself has left behind a legacy of cardiovascular damage The rise in heart-related complications and sudden deaths post-Covid-19 has triggered several debates, especially around the role of vaccines. Social media amplifies claims—often anecdotal, rarely scientific—linking Covid-19 vaccines to cardiac issues. But here's a fundamental question: If these vaccines hadn't been developed in record time, would we have even lived long enough to speculate on their side effects? The latest debate was triggered by a post on the social media platform X, where Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah wrote on July 1: 'In the past month alone, in just one district of Hassan, more than twenty people have died due to heart attacks. The government is taking this matter very seriously… It cannot be denied that the hasty approval and distribution of the Covid vaccine to the public could also be a reason for these deaths, as several studies worldwide have recently indicated that COVID vaccines could be a cause for the increasing number of heart attacks…" In response, what we saw throughout last week was a coordinated and deliberate effort from the Centre, leading medical institutions, and vaccine manufacturers to rebuild and reinforce public confidence in Covid-19 vaccines. Siddaramaiah's claim was strongly rebutted, not only by government-run institutions but also by top pharmaceutical executives, researchers, and well-known doctors. Sample this: The Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance (IPA)—the lobby of domestic pharmaceutical companies representing Sun Pharma, Glenmark, Lupin, Cipla and many others—issued a strong statement supporting Covid-19 vaccines. Industry leaders like Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw of Biocon and Samir Mehta of Torrent Pharma also publicly backed vaccine safety and dismissed the unfounded claims. Top doctors from AIIMS and scientists at ICMR have taken to public platforms to bust myths and explain the science, stressing that panic must not replace facts. The Serum Institute of India (SII)—manufacturer of India's poster boy vaccine Covishield—also reaffirmed that Covid-19 vaccines are safe, scientifically validated, and critical in saving lives. Given that over 170 crore doses of Covishield have been administered out of the 200+ crore total vaccine doses in India, this clarification is not just welcome but vital. These clarifications were essential in addressing the growing public anxiety around sudden cardiac deaths, particularly among younger people. While these incidents are tragic and deserve a detailed investigation, the Union government has made it unequivocally clear: these deaths should not be automatically linked to Covid-19 vaccination. Let's understand this scientifically. As of today, there is no conclusive evidence that Covid-19 vaccines directly caused a spike in heart attacks or sudden cardiac arrests in India. However, we must not ignore a crucial truth: Covid-19 itself has left behind a legacy of cardiovascular damage. The virus is known to inflame blood vessels and affect heart muscle tissue. A 2022 study in Nature Medicine found a 63 per cent higher risk of heart attack in patients within a year of Covid infection. Multiple global studies, including those published in respected medical journals such as The Lancet and the New England Journal of Medicine, have shown that the risk of myocarditis and other heart complications is higher after a Covid-19 infection than after vaccination. A study conducted by the Indian Journal of Medical Research—a peer-reviewed publication supported by ICMR—concluded that Covid-19 vaccination was not associated with an increased risk of unexplained sudden death among young adults. On the contrary, the study documented that vaccination reduced the risk of unexplained sudden death in this age group. The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the National Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (NTAGI) have reiterated that adverse events following immunisation (AEFIs) remain extremely rare. India's official AEFI data shows less than 0.01 per cent serious reactions among the more than 2.2 billion doses administered. Add to this another critical factor: Indians are more genetically susceptible to heart diseases than Western populations. According to a Lancet Regional Health Southeast Asia study published in February 2023, the cardiovascular burden in India is higher than the global average. The age-standardised death rate globally is 233 deaths per 1,00,000, while for India it is 282 per 1,00,000. Yet, unfounded narratives continue to gain traction—some fuelled by misinformation, others by genuine grief seeking answers in a complex post-pandemic landscape. What the available evidence shows is that vaccines, by reducing the severity and spread of the virus, likely played a role in limiting long-term cardiovascular consequences. They weren't just about immediate survival—they bought us time and prevented the invisible wave of complications that continues to unfold. Even if science someday finds a small causal link between certain vaccines and rare cardiac events, we must remember: public health is about trade-offs. During a pandemic, decisions must be made under pressure, aiming to save as many lives as possible. Vaccines were not perfect and they were never claimed to be. What they were, and remain, is effective and life-saving on a population scale. It's also essential to acknowledge the wider ecosystem of risk: lockdown-induced sedentary lifestyles, elevated stress, mental health challenges, and delayed chronic care. And also, the genetic structure of Indians, which is vulnerable to metabolic resistance, hence, diabetes and cardiovascular diseases develop relatively easily. These all contribute to rising cardiac cases—and must be part of the conversation. Blaming vaccines alone oversimplifies a deeply layered issue. top videos View all In short, this is not a defence of pharmaceutical companies or vaccine makers who profited heavily during the pandemic, nor is it a dismissal of the real grief of those who lost loved ones. This is a call for nuance. We need to look at the full picture, not just one side of the story. Let's continue investigating, let's strengthen pharmacovigilance and monitoring across India. Remember, we are alive to debate the side effects because the vaccines worked. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from politics to crime and society. Stay informed with the latest India news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : AIIMS COVID-19 vaccine covishield health matters Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw news18 specials Serum Institute of India Siddaramaiah Location : New Delhi, India, India First Published: July 07, 2025, 10:00 IST News india If Vaccines Hadn't Saved Us From Covid-19, We Wouldn't Be Here To Question Heart Attacks
